Speculum Examination Kit List

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Equipment required for speculum examination and basic gynaecological assessment in clinical settings.

Examination • Routine • Basic

Before Starting

  • Indication confirmed
  • Consent obtained
  • Privacy ensured
  • Chaperone present

PPE

  • Gloves, sterile, 8.5 (or 8/9)
  • Apron or gown as required
  • Face shield as required

Core Equipment

  • Appropriate examination couch
  • Adequate lighting

Procedure-Specific Equipment

  • Large disposable absorbent pad x2
  • Dressing pack
  • Speculum (appropriate size)
  • Lubricant, sterile, x4 packets
  • Gauze, 10cm x 10cm (x5-10)
  • Sponge-holding forceps
  • Large swabs
  • Specimen collection equipment as indicated

IF Collecting Specimens

  • Glass slides x3
  • Swabs with charcoal transport medium (“wet swabs”) x3
  • Swabs with no transport medium (“dry swabs”) x3
  • Swabs on sticks for glass slide application
  • Specimen jar x1-2 for urine +/- specimens

Drugs

  • Consider and offer analgesia where appropriate

Post-Procedure

  • Samples labelled appopriately
  • Patient cleaned and comfortable
  • Documentation completed

Notes

  • Ensure patient comfort, privacy and dignity at all times